Sussexdown, a care home situated in Storrington, West Sussex, has appointed Paul Morris as its new home manager.

The 77-bedroom home offers residential, nursing and dementia care and is run by a not-for-profit charity Care South.

Morris has worked in the care industry for more than 25 years with specialities in dementia care. He previously worked for a care provider as an operations support manager and before this, lived and worked in Australia as a dementia consultant, and before that owned a dementia consultancy and training service. Morris also has a number of formal qualifications including in dementia care and holds a registered managers award.

Aaron Whitehead, director of residential care at Care South, said: “[Paul] brings a wealth of experience, especially in dementia care, which will be very beneficial for residents and staff at this wonderful home. Paul has invaluable leadership skills and has demonstrated his ability to manage a successful business in the care industry. We are confident that he will be a force in developing and driving Sussexdown forward at this exciting time.”

Morris added: “I am looking forward to developing Sussexdown from what is already a great home into a fabulous care home, building and developing my team and making us stand out from the crowd. The care industry for me, offers an amazing opportunity to connect with the people we are caring for. Residents in our care offer us an invaluable insight to life which teaches us many things. Working in care is not a hobby, it is a vocation, and you need to have a passion for people and delivering high-quality care. 

“I operate an open-door policy and am always happy to hear thoughts and listen to any concerns to ensure residents receive the highest-quality care. My intention is to strengthen the links between Sussexdown and the local community and organise lots of events that will enrich the residents experience of living in a care home.”